Meaning of the word "get the wrong end of the stick" in English
What does "get the wrong end of the stick" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
get the wrong end of the stick
US /ɡɛt ðə rɔŋ ɛnd əv ðə stɪk/
UK /ɡɛt ðə rɒŋ ɛnd əv ðə stɪk/
Idiom
to misunderstand something completely
Example:
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I think you've got the wrong end of the stick; I meant we should meet for coffee, not dinner.
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Don't get the wrong end of the stick; I'm not angry, just disappointed.